Emerson Manila

The Philippines has a big problem with sachet plastic waste, making up a third of all sachet waste in Asia. Companies are mostly to blame for this, as they promote the use of sachets. Using sachets a lot caused health problems, fills up landfills, and hurts the environment. Big companies need to take responsibility and stop making sachets,...

Sharing my 7-day old tomatoes and 22-day old squash (only one survived). Comes the chance, I decided to sow a squash and tomato seeds at an empty soiled terracotta pot at home. Place it at an area with little or less sunlight and calculated water since it is summer, they are thriving and hopefully grows maturely to bear fruits. Repotting a...

Day 18 of the EcoChallenge, and my home garden in Manila has become a symbol of sustainability for me. The highlight is my lemon tree, which is now in full bloom. Each flower promises a future lemon, embodying the potential of nature to provide. This tree is more than just a source of fresh, organic lemons. It’s a testament to the power of...

I'm reading up on biodiversity in gardening and learned about the importance of attracting fauna to my balcony garden. every morning, birds visit my garden, and i believe that some of them are considering building a nest there. I will see how i can provide food and water so that birds can also come visit and stay as they please.

one thing that I miss about native plants is not seeing the once ubiquitous sampaguita Jasminum sambac (Arabian jasmine or Sambac jasmine), the Philippine national flower. I tried looking for this plant that I can add to my balcony garden collection as part of my journey to convert to native and endemic species. image of a sampaguita garland...

Sustainable gardening is all about making a positive impact on the environment and makes our surroundings look beautiful. It involves practices like water conservation, nurturing biodiversity, and using plants native to our area. When we garden sustainably, we help protect wildlife, fighting climate change, and making the Earth healthier. It's...

Reflecting on the coastal cleanup we did last Monday, the experience was truly enriching. Working hand-in-hand with fellow volunteers to restore our environment filled me with a sense of pride and camaraderie. It was a tangible reminder of the power of collective action. The transformation of our community was evident - from a littered...

It’s clear that it profoundly enhances our community and transforms our relationship with it. Volunteering, whether it’s for coastal cleanups or local education programs, fosters a sense of unity and shared responsibility. It bridges social gaps and brings us closer to understanding the diverse narratives within our community. More importantly,...

Collaborating with experts in the industry !!

One of my alternative souvenirs when I travel or when I am in another place is food. And a consideration to selecting items must be local, unique to that place, or at least others have not tasted them. In this way, we can support locals on their business and in continuing their traditions on making these kinds. Some of the well known...